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Welcome to St. Thomas Magazine Winter 2024-25
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Dear St. Thomas community,
Increasing student access to St. Thomas through scholarships has long been the university's No. 1 philanthropic priority. And it takes a village. Alumni and other leaders generously contribute with their time and financial gifts. Others unite in many different ways to support the next generation of leaders who will continue to advance the common good.
One way alumni, parents, faculty, staff and friends come together to make a lasting impact is through Tommie Give Day, which celebrated its 10th anniversary in November. On the university's day of giving this year, support came from 3,167 donors across the nation and every graduating class from 1958-2024, raising more than $3.98 million, a new record. But it goes well beyond that.
In this winter edition of St. Thomas Magazine, we focus on stories that illuminate the impact of the Tommie Network's generosity, and how that support helps a growing number of St. Thomas students discover their purpose.
We hope you enjoy this digital edition of St. Thomas Magazine. |
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Ann Winblad '75: A 'Superstar' Risk-Taker and Ultimate Cheerleader
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Acclaimed venture capitalist Ann Winblad '75 was the first woman to receive a master's degree in international economics and education from St. Thomas. Today, as a member of the Board of Trustees, she's a cheerleader for St. Thomas students. Her advice to others: Be a risk-taker...
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Paying It Forward: How Scholarships Transform Tommie Lives
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As the sixth of seven children, Nancy Lewer '10 was unsure if college would be a part of her future. "I remember when I received the scholarship letter from St. Thomas. I told my mom, and she couldn't believe it. She thought for sure we were going to have to come up with a different…
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Arts at St. Thomas Strengthens Campus Culture of Encounter
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One thing was for certain: This wasn't your average band concert. To the passerby, it may have sounded like an odd assortment of notes leaking out of the Schoenecker Center's new performance hall at the University of St. Thomas. "It can seem like a bunch of chaos," said performer and digital media arts major Alejandro…
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More Articles: In Case You Missed It
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Building a Legacy of Advocacy and Service: School of Social Work Celebrates 50th Anniversary
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After years of serving as the primary caregiver for her grandmother, Florence Wright '15 MSW developed a passion for working with older adults. "It didn't take long before I realized that I wanted to help people, and I had this curiosity in understanding their thoughts, feelings and experiences during times of great stress, loss and…
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Making Progress: Lee & Penny Anderson Arena
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Do You Know Any Incredible Tommies?
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There are many incredible Tommies at St. Thomas. Whether they are current faculty, staff, students or alumni, if you know an Incredible Tommie we should feature in a future edition, use this form to recommend them. We especially are interested in individuals who have significantly transformed communities and the world at large.
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Landing Dream Jobs: The Power of the Tommie Network
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Ninety-seven percent of University of St. Thomas graduates are employed or in graduate school within six months of earning their degrees. With more than 120,000 Tommies across the country in countless industries, often it's that purple alumni network that opens doors to dream jobs.
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Wishing You a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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See more video and photos from the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony.
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Know of anything or anyone interesting around the university that would make for a good Newsroom feature story? Let us know at news@stthomas.edu.
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